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Central Village Neighborhood Guide Brookline, MA

About

The Central Village neighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts is nestled amidst a variety of top-rated schools and parks. The area exudes a small town ambiance while being bordered on multiple sides by major highways like I-90 and Route 9, making it easily accessible. It's a stone's throw away from the Longwood Medical Center and less than a mile from the bustling city of Boston. This neighborhood is known for its handful of historic homes, adding to the charm of this sought-after locale.

What You Will Love About Central Village, Brookine, Massachusetts

  • Residents of Central Village enjoy the walkability and accessibility to a host of amenities, like local shops, restaurants, and cafes.
  • The neighborhood also houses several parks and green spaces, providing ample opportunities for outdoors activities.
  • The proximity to major highways and public transportation makes commuting to nearby cities rather convenient.
  • It boasts a strong sense of community, with friendly neighbors and a range of community events throughout the year.

What's Nearby

Central Village is in close proximity to several educational institutions, including Boston University and Northeastern University. It's just a short drive away from Museum of Fine Arts, one of the largest museums in the country. It's also nearby Fenway Park for baseball enthusiasts.

Lifestyle

The Central Village lifestyle is a blend of relaxed, suburban living with the convenience and excitement of nearby city life. With top-rated schools, multiple parks, and a variety of dining and shopping options, it's a neighborhood that caters to a diverse range of ages and interests. Green living and an eco-friendly lifestyle are also evident with multiple biking lanes and robust recycling programs in the community.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 303 restaurants, 53 grocery stores, and 40 parks within a mile of the Central Village neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Curds And Co

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Cheese Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    288 Washington St

  • SERVICES
    Stop & Shop

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station

    •

    0.3 miles

    155 Harvard St

  • GROCERY
    Madras Masala

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Herbs and Spices Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    191 Harvard St

  • GROCERY
    Huntington Markets

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    818 Huntington Ave

  • GROCERY
    Kashmir Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    234 Harvard St

  • GROCERY
    Trader Joe's

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    1317 Beacon St

Central Village Apartments and Rentals

992 Rental properties in Central Village, Brookline, MA.

  • Forte at 1440 Beacon property

    $2,712+

    Forte at 1440 Beacon

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    350–737 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • The Longwood property

    $3,067+

    The Longwood

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    775–1122 Sqft

    3 Units Available

  • 95 Saint property

    $4,523+

    95 Saint

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    539–1060 Sqft

    5 Units Available

  • Parkman Street property

    $2,400+

    Parkman Street

    Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    400–840 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Pelham Hall property

    $2,610+

    Pelham Hall

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    284–1325 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • The Baldwin property

    $2,795+

    The Baldwin

    Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    323–618 Sqft

    2 Units Available

992 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
2.5%
119.5%
utilities
1.4%
37.5%
food
0.1%
5.1%
transportation
0.5%
16.9%
healthcare
0.1%
15.2%

Central Village Demographics

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Central Village Reviews

people smiling

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 5 of 5 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 5 of 5 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 5 of 5 renters

  • Safe For Families

    Yes

    Say 5 of 5 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 4 of 5 renters

992 Properties Available for Rent

Central Village Transportation

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Walker’s Paradise

94/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Biker’s Paradise

95/100
Bike Score®

Excellent Transit

76/100
12 train stops, 1 other stop

MBTA Station

Train Stop

31 Station St

Brookline Village Station

Train Stop

Station St

Riverway Station

Train Stop

S Huntington Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Central Village Schools

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Neighborhoods Around Central Village

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
Fenway - KenmoreNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,394
0%
South EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,677
6%
Coolidge CornerNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,375
2%
KenmoreNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,177
11%
Back BayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,530
1%
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - LongwoodNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,758
1%
CommonwealthNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$1,600
27%
West FenwayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$5,554--
Coolidge Corner South SideNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts----
North BrooklineNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,400
3%
St. Elizabeth'sNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,076
2%
North EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
Beacon HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,200--
Brookline VillageNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts----
Washington SquareNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,764
4%
West EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,482
7%
CentralNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,187
0%
Oak SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,200
2%
East FenwayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,651
5%
Lower AllstonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,186--
South Boston WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$4,136
19%
Back Bay WestNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,400
4%
Porter SquareNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts----
Davis SquareNeighborhood in Somerville, Massachusetts----
Columbia PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,745
12%
Mid-CambridgeNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts$2,675
8%
North CambridgeNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts$2,200
5%
Downtown BostonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,208
5%
Seaport DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$4,155
31%
WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
Spring HillNeighborhood in Somerville, Massachusetts$2,272
6%